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Curtis E. Falany, P.E. is an electrical engineering expert specializing in forensic investigation and construction defects. With a career spanning electrical failures, complex electrical systems, and the National Electrical Code, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether compliance with industry standards was maintained. Mr. Falany has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving electrical contracting disputes, workers compensation claims, and process control computer systems. His Bachelors in Engineering Science from Florida State University, along with his Board Certified Diplomat in Forensic Engineering — NAFE, a Council of Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB) Member Board, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving electrical contact, shock, and electrocution.

P.E. DFE

Larry G. Nelson Sr. P.E. DFE is an electronic engineering forensics expert specializing in litigation involving electronic, electrical, and electromechanical systems. With a career spanning electronic engineering design, forensic analysis, and microprocessor development, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating electronic equipment failures, assessing root causes of electrical fires, and evaluating whether design deficiencies contributed to incidents. Mr. Nelson has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Massachusetts, involving cases related to electronic equipment damage, fire causation, and industrial equipment failures. His BSEE in Electrical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, along with his Massachusetts PE License 51173 in Electrical Engineering, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving electronic and electrical systems.

President, Electrical Expert, Inc.

B. Michael Aucoin, D.Engr., P.E. is an electrical engineering expert specializing in electrical contact injuries, arc flash injuries, and fires of electrical origin. With a career spanning electric power systems, safety improvements, and intellectual property, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing safety compliance, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Aucoin has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to electric power, electric vehicles, and utility-related incidents. His Doctor of Engineering in Engineering Management from Texas A&M University, along with his Project Management Professional (PMP Retired) certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving electrical engineering and safety compliance.

Medical Device, Regulatory Compliance, and Risk Management Expert

Denise Holliday, Regulatory Affairs Certification RAC-DEVICES, ISO 13485:2016 Lead Auditor Certification, ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification, Certified Quality Auditor Certification, Certified Quality Engineer Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt is a medical device regulatory compliance and risk management expert specializing in litigation support for medical technology businesses, healthcare organizations, and startups. With a career spanning quality management systems, international regulatory compliance, and medical device risk management, she brings a strategic framework to her litigation work. Her work centers on conducting ISO certification audits, spearheading quality management system implementations, and managing regulatory assessments. Ms. Holliday has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving medical device manufacturing, compliance, and litigation support. Her Master of Science in Regulatory Science from The Johns Hopkins University, along with her certifications, reinforce her ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. She is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of regulatory compliance and risk management in disputes involving medical devices.

M.S.E.E., P.E., CFEI

Jimmy H. Beard, M.S.E.E., P.E., CFEI is an electrical engineering and fire investigation expert specializing in forensic analysis of electrical system failures and fire origins. With a career spanning electrical engineering, telecommunications, and fire investigation, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating electrical failures, assessing fire origins, and evaluating compliance with electrical codes. Mr. Beard has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southeastern United States, involving residential, commercial, and industrial systems. His Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering, along with his Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator designation, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving electrical system failures and fire investigations.

Expert Welding Engineering and Inspection

Dr. Daniel R. Foster, PE is a welding engineering expert specializing in the design, production, testing, and safety of welded structures. With a wealth of experience in both academia and industry, he brings a unique perspective to litigation work, particularly in analyzing failures and addressing challenges in welded structures. His work centers on investigating welding failures, assessing welding safety, and evaluating whether welding codes compliance has been met. Dr. Foster has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to welding failures, industrial safety, and compliance with welding codes. His Doctor of Philosophy in Welding Engineering from The Ohio State University, along with certifications such as Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and Professional Engineer (PE), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving welding engineering and inspection.

MS PhD PE MLE

Bradley Edward Layton, MS PhD PE MLE is a Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering expert specializing in accident reconstruction and biomechanics. With a career spanning biomechanics, energy systems, and nanotechnology, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating accident causation, assessing mechanical failures, and evaluating whether engineering standards were met. Mr. Layton has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across states including CA, FL, GA, IA, KS, MA, MI, MT, NV, OK, and PA, involving cases related to personal injury, engineering failures, and patent disputes. His PhD in Biomedical Engineering, along with his status as a Licensed Professional Engineer in multiple states, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving biomechanics and mechanical engineering.

MSME, PE

Karl R. Leinsing, MSME, PE is a medical device engineering expert specializing in full life cycle medical device product development and consulting. With a career encompassing mechanical engineering, regulatory compliance, and innovative design, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving complex product development and patent disputes. His work centers on investigating patent infringement, assessing product liability, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in medical device development. Mr. Leinsing has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, Canada, EPO, USPTO, ITC, and Australia, involving patent and liability cases in the medical device industry. His M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University, along with his Professional Engineer license in NH, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving medical device design and functionality.

President & CEO

Joshua Weiner, NABCEP is an energy and construction engineering expert specializing in solar PV, energy storage, and microgrid design. With a career spanning solar project development, energy technologies, and policy frameworks, he brings a comprehensive understanding of the technical and regulatory aspects critical to litigation work. His work centers on investigating compliance with industry standards, assessing the viability of energy solutions, and evaluating whether project implementations meet contractual obligations. Mr. Weiner has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving utility-scale, commercial, industrial, and residential solar and energy storage projects. His BA in Astrophysics/Astronomy, along with NABCEP certification, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving energy technologies and project execution.

President, Structural Forensic Engineer

Brian Huang, PE, SE, LEED AP is a structural forensic engineering expert specializing in building collapse cause and origin. With a career spanning structural design, forensic analysis, and building envelope evaluation, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating whether building code violations contributed to damages. Mr. Huang has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases such as structural engineering failures, construction defects, and premises liability. His MS in Structural Engineering from Tsinghua University, China, along with certifications including LEED™ 2.0 Accredited Professional, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving structural integrity and compliance with industry standards.

Board-Certified Forensic Engineer

Mark S. Densmore, P.E., S.I., DFE, FRSE, MLE is a forensic structural engineering expert specializing in forensic property damage investigations and evaluations. With a career spanning structural design, forensic investigations, and expert witness testimony, he brings a comprehensive forensic framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing structural damage, and evaluating whether building code violations have occurred. Mr. Densmore has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Florida, involving cases related to construction defects, hurricane damage, and roofing system failures. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, along with certifications such as Board-Certified Diplomate in Forensic Engineering and Florida-Recognized Structural Engineer, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving structural failures and property damage.

Construction, Engineering, Forensic Expert

John E. Poole III, P.E. is a construction and engineering expert specializing in forensic engineering and construction management litigation. With a career spanning civil engineering, project management, and cost estimation, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction defects, assessing project delays, and evaluating whether industry standards were met. Mr. Poole has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey, involving commercial, residential, government, and institutional projects. His M.S. in Civil Engineering/Construction Management from the University of Colorado, Boulder, along with his Professional Engineer licenses in Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, and Florida, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving construction management and forensic engineering.

Principal Software & Technology Consultant

Iman Sadeghi, Ph.D. is a software and technology consulting expert specializing in software litigation. With a career enriched by experiences at prestigious organizations such as Google, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Lucasfilm, he brings a multifaceted perspective to his litigation work. His work centers on analyzing complex software systems, evaluating software production quality, and elucidating software functionalities. Dr. Sadeghi has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to patent infringement, trade secret misappropriation, and intellectual property violations. His Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of California, San Diego, along with his extensive experience in software engineering and system architecture, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving software engineering and intellectual property.

P.E., S.E., S.I.

Richard S. Barrow, P.E., S.E., S.I. is a structural and forensic engineering expert specializing in forensic engineering, structural repairs, and claim investigations. With a career spanning structural design, forensic investigations, and special inspections, he brings a comprehensive framework to litigation work involving structural failures and design deficiencies. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing design errors, and evaluating whether construction practices meet industry standards. Mr. Barrow has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the southeastern United States, involving structural failures, design deficiencies, and faulty construction cases. His Master of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, along with certifications such as Board Certified in Forensic Engineering and Urban Search & Rescue Structures Specialist, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving structural engineering and building codes.

P.E., P.S.

Matthew C. Neff, P.E., P.S. is a civil engineering and land surveying expert specializing in land development and drainage litigation. With extensive experience in civil/site engineering, design, and review of infrastructure projects, he brings a comprehensive understanding of regulatory compliance and technical standards to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating site planning and design, assessing stormwater management systems, and evaluating whether industry standards were met in land development projects. Mr. Neff has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Ohio and Florida, involving cases related to commercial, industrial, and residential development projects. His Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and Master of Business Administration from Cleveland State University, along with his Professional Engineer and Professional Surveyor licenses, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving civil engineering and land surveying matters.

Mechanical Engineer

Shane W. Niemann, P.E. is a mechanical system failure analysis expert specializing in accident reconstruction involving motor vehicles, cranes, forklifts, tractors, heavy equipment, and pedestrians. With a diverse background in engineering consulting, project management, and mechanical systems design, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating mechanical failures, assessing construction defects, and evaluating product defects. Mr. Niemann has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements throughout Florida, involving transportation engineering, traffic safety, and construction defect cases. His Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with certifications such as Professional Engineer - Florida and sUAS Remote Pilot in Command, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving mechanical system failures and accident reconstructions.

Award winning chemist and materials scientist

Randal Hill, Ph.D. is a chemistry and materials science expert specializing in intellectual property and patent strategy within the chemical and materials sectors. With a career spanning roles in academia, industry, and consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work involving complex chemical formulations and materials innovations. His work centers on investigating patent infringement, assessing chemical product formulations, and evaluating whether industry standards in materials science have been met. Dr. Hill has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases in the chemical, agricultural, and oil & gas industries. His Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry, along with his extensive patent portfolio and experience as a visiting scientist at MIT, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of intellectual property rights and responsibilities in disputes involving chemical and materials technologies.

SE, PE, CBO, PMP, PMI-ACP

Marcor G. Platt, SE, PE, CBO, PMP, PMI-ACP is a structural and forensic engineering expert specializing in structural design, forensic analysis, and project management. With a career encompassing diverse engineering disciplines, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work involving complex structural and civil engineering issues. His work centers on investigating structural failures, assessing compliance with building codes, and evaluating project management practices. Mr. Platt has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the Southwestern United States, Pacific Northwest, and US Virgin Islands, involving residential, commercial, and industrial building cases. His MS in Civil Engineering, structural emphasis, along with certifications such as Certified Building Official (CBO) and Project Management Professional (PMP), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving structural integrity, construction defects, and environmental compliance.